Senior Housing

- Assisted Living Subsidy Program
- MD Consumer Guide to Long Term Care - Nursing Homes
- Property Tax Credit
- Property Tax Deferral
- Rental Assistance Program
- Renters Tax Credit ( MD State)
- Subsidized Housing for Seniors (HOC)
- Guide to Positive Living Sourcebook
- Design for Life
- Moderately Priced Dwelling Unit Program (MPDU)
- Voluntary Rent Increase Guidelines
- Weatherization Program and Energy Efficiency Program
- Senior Villages
- Rental Marketplace
Villages in Montgomery County?
Villages are local, volunteer-led, grassroots organizations that aim to support community members who choose to age-in-place. Villages foster social connections through activities. Many also coordinate help at home using a model of neighbors helping neighbors. Montgomery County has about two dozen villages, active or in development. Villages organize community events such as book clubs, walking groups, knitting clubs, guest speakers and outings. Each village is designed by local community members to reflect their interests and needs. For example, some villages focus on serving older residents; others choose a more intergenerational approach. Some charge a membership fee; others charge no fee and are all-volunteer. For more information, go to montgomerycountymd.gov/village.
Design For Life - Building Accessible Homes
Design for Life Montgomery is the first voluntary certification program in Maryland for Visit-Ability and Live-Ability in single family attached and detached homes located in Montgomery County. The guidelines apply to both new construction and renovation. Please see the web site below for further information.
The Montgomery County Department of Permitting Services (DPS) has launched a revised Design for Life (referred to as "DFL" or "Design for Life") Incentive Program intended to increase the stock of visitable and livable housing in Montgomery County through tax incentives, promotion of Design for Life principles and businesses engaged in providing housing that meets Design for Life standards and through collaboration with stakeholder partners.
Homeowner Tax Credit
Homeowners with modest income and assets may qualify for a tax credit. Application deadline is October 1. Qualified homeowners who are age 60+ also receive a 50% matching Tax Credit from Montgomery County. If you have questions, call 410-767-5900For more information about additional property tax credits and exemptions see Property Tax Credit and Exemption Information and Senior Tax Credit Programs.
Renter Tax Credit
- Visit the Renters Tax Credit application website to apply online
- If you have questions, contact the Maryland Renters' Tax Credit Program by sending email to: sdat.renters@maryland.gov
Montgomery County’s Renters Tax Credit is managed by Maryland and enhanced by Montgomery County. Renters who qualify will receive one check from Maryland and another from Montgomery County. Checks from Montgomery County are mailed once a year
Note: Montgomery County Department of Housing and Community Affairs is ensuring the safety of rental housing by inspecting a sample of each multifamily rental property in the County by July 2019. If you have any concerns, call “311” or 240-777-0311 to learn how Montgomery County can provide renters free, confidential, anonymous help with ensuring housing safety, mediating conflicts, and advocating for tenants.
Property Tax Deferral
If you are age 65 years or older and your family income is less than about $80,000, you may be eligible to defer the increase in the County Property Tax portion of your bill. Check montgomerycountymd.gov/seniordeferral.Housing for Seniors through HOC

Rental Marketplace: Senior Housing, Apartment with Regulated Rents, etc.
Rental Marketplace is a new way for the public to search and view information about location, property-level rent levels and unit sizes reported to the County by each multifamily apartment property – including senior living apartment communities. The public can visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov/RentalMarketplace to view rental property information which the County collects annually from apartment building managers. Site visitors also can find local amenities such as bus stops, parks, libraries, recreation centers and stores. Individuals looking for rental housing can search for options within a range of rents, geography and type (e.g., senior housing, income-restricted, number of bedrooms). After identifying properties of interest, individuals can contact each property to learn about current availability of units and rents. The County is pleased to offer this resource to help residents connect with rental housing opportunities.